
Highlights
Age Groups Seen
- Adults
- Geriatrics
Languages
- English
Gender
MaleAbout Ramon A Franco
Dr. Ramon Franco is a board-certified laryngologist who specializes in voice, swallowing, and breathing disorders. Seeing patients at our main campus, Dr. Franco treats adult patients only. His main areas of expertise are in the diagnosis and treatment of voice disorders, airway stenosis, laryngeal cancer, and neurological disorders affecting the voice box. He also has special interests in the medical and surgical care of the professional voice.
_x000D_Dr. Franco has been an invited speaker at national and international meetings and has published several peer-reviewed papers in the field. He serves as an Executive Board Member for the Massachusetts Society of Otolaryngology and is a fellow for the Triological Society and the American Laryngological Association.
Locations
- Mass Eye and Ear Laryngology Clinic
- 243 Charles Street, Floor 9, Boston, MA 02114
- Get Directions
- phone: 617-573-3557
- fax: 617-573-3626
Expertise
Education
- Fellowship: Massachusetts Eye and Ear, Laryngology, 2001
- Residency: SUNY Downstate Medical Center, Otolarynology, 2000
- Internship: State University of New York @ Brooklyn, General Surgery & Otololaryngology, 1996
- Medical Education: Pennsylvania State University School of Medicine, 1995
Board Certifications
- Otolaryngology: American Board of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery, 2001
Insurance
- Aetna
- Blue Cross Blue Shield
- Cigna
- Commonwealth Care Alliance
- Community Health Options
- Coventry
- Fallon Health
- Harvard Pilgrim Health Care
- Mass General Brigham Health Plan
- MassHealth
- Medicaid CT
- Medicaid ME
- Medicaid NH
- Medicaid RI
- Medicaid VT
- Medicare
- Multiplan
- Railroad Medicare
- Senior Whole Health
- TriCare
- Tufts Health Plan
- Tufts Medicare Preferred
- Tufts Public Health Plan
- United Health Care
- Wellpoint
- WellSense
Ratings & Reviews
4.9 out of 5
270 ratings, 139 reviewsThe Patient Satisfaction Rating is an average of all responses to the care provider related questions shown below from our survey. Patients that are treated in outpatient or hospital environments may receive different surveys, and the volume of responses will vary by question.
- Reviewed on 6/1/2026
Dr. Ramon Franco is a great, wonderful and caring doctor. He has a supreme bed side manner! He is so knowledgeable about my issues and he is so patient with all my questions! I have been going to Dr. Franco for a long time. I brag about him and his staff to family and friends! I am lucky Dr. Franco in my Laryncology doctor! His team reflects his fantastic knowledge. I always look forward to seeing Dr. Franco because he is so sensational! Thank you , [redacted]
- Reviewed on 5/26/2026
Dr. Franco is not only the best laryngologist but he has the kindest manner with his patients. He truly listens to me and treats me as a partner in the management of my disease. Other medical professionals could definitely learn from him.
- Reviewed on 5/27/2026
I have been seeing Dr Franco for 12 years. I am satisfied with his recommendations and knowledge of my health issue...lukeplacia
- Reviewed on 5/25/2026
Dr. Franco is an amazing doctor. I'm fortunate enough to have known him 26 years ago. And as I've gone on in life, I needed to go back and I couldn't have found the more perfect doctor once again. His bedside manner, his smile, his genuine knowledge, and courtesy that displayed to my daughters and myself are unsurpassed. And I appreciate so much all that Dr. Franco has done for me. Again, a fabulous doctor. And if I need to go again, he's my go-to. Thank you so much.
- Reviewed on 5/19/2026
I l'be been a patient of Dr Franco's for 5+ yrs and he's professional, caring and the best! I'd recommend him over and over
- Reviewed on 5/19/2026
I am so greatful to be seeing Dr Franco. He has helped me regain my voice without surgery.
- Reviewed on 5/21/2026
I felt he was extremely knowledgeable and provided my options.
- Reviewed on 5/16/2026
First of all, I would like to tell you that Dr. Franco has, I have been Dr. Franco's patient for many, many years. And in my estimation, Dr. Franco is absolutely so above in his league of his other colleagues. I can't even explain how wonderful he is as a professional and as a gentleman. He is He is kind, he is patient, he's very thorough, and he is a wonderful, wonderful doctor and I am very fond of him and I would recommend Dr. Franco to anyone at all. Thank you very much.
- Reviewed on 5/10/2026
Excellent
- Reviewed on 5/11/2026
[redacted] Dr. Franco and the staff are excellent.
- Reviewed on 5/9/2026
Courteous and professional
- Reviewed on 5/11/2026
I've seen Dr. Franco for the last 20 or 21 years since my initial surgery. He's professional. He's the greatest doctor I've ever been to. Thank you.
- Reviewed on 5/6/2026
Dr Franco was excellent same as he has been throughout my numerous treatments since I've been seeing him
- Reviewed on 5/4/2026
provider is thoughtful, considerate-so happy to be under the care of this doctor
- Reviewed on 4/29/2026
Dr Franco is a true professional and always on top of his game every time I see him.
- Reviewed on 4/25/2026
Dr. Franco and his associates were very helpful in explaining the results of the exam and what would come next
- Reviewed on 4/27/2026
Dr. Franco was prompt, compassionate, and very thorough in his explanation, all while showing compassion.
- Reviewed on 4/25/2026
Dr. Franco has a very pleasant demeanor and is very good at explaining the things you should know and need to know about your medical issue. Everyone I have come in contact with in the office is pleasant and professional.
- Reviewed on 4/25/2026
Dr Franco and his team was great.
- Reviewed on 4/17/2026
Dr. Franco is fantastic. He is kind, respectful and reassuring. he explains and puts you at ease as soon as he can. He gets an A+ in every way from me. I always feel as if I am being cared for by a doctor who knows what he is doing and has the knowledge and ability to diagnose my condition perfectly. I am very lucky to have found him.
- Reviewed on 4/13/2026
It took a while to get an appointment, but Dr. Franco and his resident? were thorough and very professional. They explained what they were doing and what the results were, and what the next steps might be.
- Reviewed on 4/13/2026
He was kind and attentive. He listened to my concerns and comments. He showed me what the imaging studies were and spent time going over the imaging and explaining what was what, which was very helpful. When I asked him questions in terms of prevention, he was very thorough and referred me to speech therapy. He had great eye contact, spoke slowly and clearly, and I thought that he was a great guy and I wouldn't hesitate for a nanosecond to recommend him to anyone. Thank you.
- Reviewed on 4/9/2026
He was very patient and understanding.
- Reviewed on 4/4/2026
Dr Franco and his fellows were fantastic. They listened carefully and answered every question that I had. They provided follow up instructions and reassured me to be in contact with any issues prior to my next appointment.
- Reviewed on 3/31/2026
Excellent care and expertise
- Reviewed on 3/26/2026
Excellent
- Reviewed on 3/23/2026
I think the world of Dr. Franco & his assistants. They totally get me & provide the help I need.
- Reviewed on 3/25/2026
Dr. Franco is a very good doctor. He is a very caring doctor. He took me above his schedule. I was not scheduled on that day, but he offered me this appointment because I asked him to be seen earlier and he actually accommodated and he called me earlier when I arrived. I was half an hour earlier, so he called me right away. He was very caring. I actually had a scenic during the appointment and he gave me opportunity to recover fully. He didn't rush me. He's an excellent doctor. Thank you very much.
- Reviewed on 3/24/2026
Dr. Ramon Franco is masterful in his field of medicine--laryngology. Dr. Franco is so skilled that when he feeds the laryngoscope down my nostril into the trachea, I don't feel any discomfort. Other physicians have done this procedure on me before without the same results. I experienced pain and discomfort. Dr. Franco and his team explain details to me so I can fully comprehend my diagnoses and care plans. He is kind and compassionate. No wonder he is a master lady geologist at Mass Eye and Ear.
- Reviewed on 3/21/2026
Dr Franco and his team are excellent.
- Reviewed on 3/20/2026
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- Reviewed on 3/15/2026
He's the best!
- Reviewed on 3/14/2026
Dr Franco and his team are amazing as always
- Reviewed on 3/14/2026
Dr. Franco is a very nice, friendly man. He is exceptionally intelligent and able to explain things in layman's terms. An asset to the profession!
- Reviewed on 3/14/2026
My husband has been a patient for years here. The whole process was very comfortable and the staff was great. Would never go anywhere else
- Reviewed on 3/13/2026
DR. Franco has cared for me for 22 years I have nothing but gratitude and respect not only is he a Great Doctor he's a great friend someone I can talk to.
- Reviewed on 3/9/2026
Dr. Franco Is the best in his field. I'm very lucky to be his patient.
- Reviewed on 3/9/2026
Excellent - as a listener, as a conveyor of pertinent info , as a highly experienced clinician. He's a gem.
- Reviewed on 3/14/2026
I found all of the physicians that were present at my appointment to be fairly intimidating and overwhelming (nothing they did wrong - there were too many people crammed into a small exam room.) At one point there were 7 people in the exam room. It was uncomfortable. I understand this is how physicians are trained and so on and so forth. Maybe cutting back on the amount of people allowed to attend these appointments. Even better, why not ask the patient if they are comfortable with having multiple physicians standing staring at you and your private and personal medical issues on display.
- Reviewed on 3/8/2026
Dr Franco and his team were great - my experience at my appointment made me feel confident that I'm going to be in great hands going forward.
- Reviewed on 3/7/2026
Dr Franco is the absolute best! So grateful for him.
- Reviewed on 3/7/2026
He's really good at his job!
- Reviewed on 3/7/2026
[redacted] the Fellow was great as was Dr Franco. Top marks everyone
- Reviewed on 2/15/2026
Dr Franco is an excellent physician.
- Reviewed on 2/24/2026
Happy to receive services from the provider!
- Reviewed on 2/11/2026
He is the best in his profession. He understands people and their worries about their health. Not only is he a true professional but he is also a great and caring person. I can't say enough about him and his staff.
- Reviewed on 2/9/2026
Prefesdional and efficient!
- Reviewed on 2/11/2026
would recommend this doctor
- Reviewed on 2/7/2026
User Friendly!
- Reviewed on 2/2/2026
Dr Franco did a great job with my injections.
- Reviewed on 2/1/2026
Dr. Franco welcomes me with sincerity and enthusiasm. He remembers my issues without needing notes and understands my personal situation and history. He is thorough and attentive. I wish more doctors had his professional, yet caring attention. He truly is a credit to Mass General.
- Reviewed on 1/31/2026
I have been a patient of Dr. Franco for many years. He is always professional, courteous, and friendly and makes me feel very comfortable. He provides excellent service and I will continue to come to him to treat my spasmodic dysphonia. I would highly recommend Dr. Franco to anyone!
- Reviewed on 1/24/2026
Very satisfied
- Reviewed on 1/1/2026
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- Reviewed on 12/22/2025
In 2002 I was first introduced to Dr Franco by Dr. [redacted]. Excellence and patient care have long typified the Laryngology department at MEEI, certainly the legacy of Dr [redacted].
- Reviewed on 12/21/2025
Dr. Franco is the best! Fantastic care provider with exceptional technical knowledge and skill combined with a wonderful personality and bedside manner to make patients like me comfortable at all times. Outstanding doctor and a credit to MEE
- Reviewed on 12/21/2025
He was pleasant and knowledgeable. I feel comfortable to have him work on me.
- Reviewed on 12/15/2025
He's good at what he does.
- Reviewed on 12/12/2025
Dr. [redacted] who performed the procedure was outstanding; [redacted] Dr. Franco explained what he saw and where we go from here and was not an alarmist which I appreciated. I feel very fortunate to be in their care.
- Reviewed on 12/12/2025
More satellites offering main campus services.
- Reviewed on 12/1/2025
I am confident with Dr. Franco and his staff
- Reviewed on 12/3/2025
Dr. Franco is the best ever.
- Reviewed on 11/30/2025
Very caring, knowledgeable, Up to date with my problem, could have been a better visit.
- Reviewed on 11/30/2025
Very difficult to speak to someone on the phone when I called. Return phone calls were not in a timely manner. Dr Franco and the gentleman that spoke to me to get history and took the throat video were great.
- Reviewed on 11/29/2025
Great experience
- Reviewed on 11/26/2025
Dr Franco and staff were excellent in my care.
- Reviewed on 11/23/2025
Dr Franco is one of my best doctors by far. He listens to my problems and knows most of them. He also is funny and tells great stories. But the best park he lets my dump on Penn State
- Reviewed on 11/25/2025
Dr. Franco is so kind. His bed side manner puts me at ease. He listens very well. Dr. Franco is very knowledgeable in his field and is able to explain things in a way that is easy to understand.
- Reviewed on 11/10/2025
Very caring and easy to talk with.
- Reviewed on 11/9/2025
Dr . Franco is the best highly recommend
- Reviewed on 11/10/2025
I've had this condition for over 20 years, and this is my first time seeing Dr. Franco. And for the first time in 20 years, he's given me hope of preventing flare-ups instead of just treating them afterwards.
- Reviewed on 11/8/2025
I felt confident and I felt heard.
- Reviewed on 11/7/2025
He brings warmth and welcoming to supplement his obvious expertise.
- Reviewed on 11/1/2025
He was very courteous and professional.
- Reviewed on 10/29/2025
Dr. Franco and his staff are the absolute best. It's the best doctor and office I've ever experienced.
- Reviewed on 10/27/2025
Dr. Franco is an excellent doctor!! I travel up from Florida for treatments several times a year and would not go anywhere else.
- Reviewed on 10/27/2025
Dr. Franco and the entire voice department at Mass Eye and Ear are incredible practitioners as a professional singer. I am so very lucky to have you all as my providers. Thank you so much for all you do.
- Reviewed on 10/26/2025
Dr. Franco is a very personable and professional physician. He has a great attitude and explains things in a manner that a non physician can understand.
- Reviewed on 10/15/2025
Dr. Franco and his team are the best and I am so lucky to have them as my care team. I trust them and I am happy with my care. Thank You.
- Reviewed on 10/13/2025
A+++ the best there is.
- Reviewed on 10/12/2025
Dr. Franco is exceptional. He is so thorough and thoughtful. It is a privilege to be his patient.
- Reviewed on 10/12/2025
Great doctor!
- Reviewed on 10/12/2025
His diagnosis was lifesaving and delivered with kindness.
- Reviewed on 10/10/2025
great to see, always cheerful and positive.
- Reviewed on 10/10/2025
always helpful with information pleasant listens introduces the others in the room
- Reviewed on 10/9/2025
Dr Franco is the best!
- Reviewed on 10/6/2025
He is outstanding in every regard
- Reviewed on 10/6/2025
Dr Franco is a wonderful physician. I am fortunate to have him be my laryngologist
- Reviewed on 10/6/2025
Dr. Ramon Franco is an incredible doctor! He is so brilliant, kind and patient ! He has a fabulous bed side manner. I trust him for whatever his findings are! I am so fortunate Dr. Franco is my Doctor! He is so knowledgeable on everything in his field ! I will do whatever he wants me to do. He is not your average doctor, he listens to my concerns with such respect and always explains what his plan is. There are not enough positive words to describe him. I always look forward to my appointments with Dr. Franco, he is one in a million doctor! Thank you Dr. Franco for your findings! [redacted]
- Reviewed on 10/6/2025
Yes, thank you for this opportunity. I have nothing but the utmost respect for Dr. Franco. I've had the privilege of being his patient for years now. And I must tell you, not only have I never been disappointed, but I'm struck by his commitment, his professionalism, and his knowledge. I give him five stars across the board. He is a gentleman. He's so committed to his patients. He's there available for questions, no matter how tedious or complicated they may be, he's there. I believe he sets the standard for medical practice in this community, and I have utmost respect for him. He is a gentleman of the first degree. Thank you so much.
- Reviewed on 10/1/2025
Excellent physician.
- Reviewed on 9/28/2025
Wonderful so thoughtful and caring. Explained everything to me an came up with a plan
- Reviewed on 9/27/2025
So far, so good; but it is too early to fairly judge the results.
- Reviewed on 9/26/2025
Dr. Franco is always terrific. I think he's incredibly skilled and I just hope they can make more like him because I think he's the only one that does what he does. Thank you. Goodbye.
- Reviewed on 9/21/2025
Dr Franco is top notch in my book. Even though it takes me more than 2 1/2 hours to get to him, I wouldn't consider going anywhere else.
- Reviewed on 9/15/2025
Dr. Franco and his associate were great. Super helpful in diagnosing my voice flutter and addressing my chronic acid reflux.
- Reviewed on 9/14/2025
Always excellent care
- Reviewed on 9/14/2025
I was pleased with my visit
- Reviewed on 9/17/2025
Caring and explains everything to patients understanding
- Reviewed on 9/15/2025
I just want to let you know that Dr. Franco and his entire staff of people were wonderful. It felt like I was in a family environment. Everybody was really kind and Dr. Franco was amazing. Thank you.
- Reviewed on 9/14/2025
Great experience!
- Reviewed on 9/13/2025
The care was excellent and exceed my expecttions.
- Reviewed on 9/10/2025
Dr. Ramon Franco is absolutely wonderful! His kindness and compassion as I navigate my diagnosis have sustained me.
- Reviewed on 9/8/2025
Dr. Franco and his team are excellent.
- Reviewed on 9/8/2025
Dr. Franco and his staff are wonderful. The appointment I had just before his ran over by 10 minutes. I felt badly about being late and I apologized. Dr. Franco was very gracious.
- Reviewed on 9/1/2025
Ramon Franco is a great doctor. He has really helped me.
- Reviewed on 8/31/2025
Dr. Franco was very respectful and communicative. He explained things in a very clear manner and is an excellent teacher. He had his resident and myself as his students. I've been a nurse for a long time and know a good physician when I see one. He is excellent!
- Reviewed on 8/30/2025
Very polite and professional.
- Reviewed on 8/30/2025
Dr.Franco is an excellent physician, kind , very detailed listens and is such an asset to your hospital. I recommended him many times to friends they all say he is a brilliant and very kind physician.
- Reviewed on 8/25/2025
Always happy to receive services from Dr. Franco.
- Reviewed on 8/24/2025
Doctor Ramon Franco is the best!
- Reviewed on 8/23/2025
Spoke in English and explained my situation clearly. Used video to show the biology behind the problem - impressive approach. His teammate Dr. [redacted] was equally terrific! Both he and Dr. Franco are excellent. great patient experience.
- Reviewed on 8/23/2025
I love Dr. Franco! Dr. Franco and his staff are warm, caring, full of knowledge, always professional and truly the best in their field. My family and I are blessed to have found Dr. Franco and his wonderful staff. I would recommend him to anyone who needs his services.
- Reviewed on 8/23/2025
One if the very best!
- Reviewed on 8/18/2025
He was very thorough in his examination; I will have a follow up visit with Dr. Franco in about 3 weeks.
- Reviewed on 8/17/2025
Dr Franco and his staff always courteous and knowledgeable my experience with mass eye and ear Dr Franco is a positive one and I cannot say enough good things about them
- Reviewed on 8/19/2025
Dr Franco and the staff of the Department of Laryngology listen well, communicate clearly and concisely. The office staff is efficient, enthusiastic, friendly and thorough in explaining what is needed prior to the office visit/consultation. They are also sensitive to the distances that patients travel to seek care at the clinic and then take extraordinary steps to obtain prior approvals and make room for the consultation and intervention/procedure to occur during the same visit. Dr. Franco is technically superb in his skill set, has a high emotional intelligence, is patient and compassionate when interacting with patients who have significant challenges with their voice quality. We are grateful to him, the staff, and the institution for the care that has been provided to us. As an aside the creator of this survey should change the noun from "provider" to a more appropriate, respectful descriptor. Clinician is a generic term but more accurate. Dr. Franco is a surgeon/physician and he should be referred to as such. This is a basic professional courtesy that should be extended to all physicians, physician associates, and nurse practitioners. Executive Leadership should honor, embrace and encourage this change.
- Reviewed on 8/19/2025
He is an expert in his field and has is easy to talk to.
- Reviewed on 8/18/2025
My experience with Dr. Franco was very, very positive.
- Reviewed on 8/15/2025
I've seen Dr. Franco for many years. He is an outstanding physician. He's always concerned and compassionate and understanding. He makes the whole process, what I have to deal with and go through, very easy. And basically, I would not be where I am today if it had not been for his care.
- Reviewed on 8/13/2025
Excellent care
- Reviewed on 8/12/2025
I have been seeing Dr. Franco for years and have always felt respected and listened to.
- Reviewed on 8/11/2025
Yeah, Dr. Franco is a good man, very knowledgeable, and cares about the patient. Thank you.
- Reviewed on 8/11/2025
I was very grateful and pleased about my visit/exam with Dr Franco - his explanation of my condition reassured me and helped me understand it all so much better. I truly appreciate all the professional advice presented in such a kind and understanding manner. Thank you!
- Reviewed on 8/10/2025
Everything was fine
- Reviewed on 8/10/2025
He was kind and caring and polite and acknowledged my excellent questions and answered them.
- Reviewed on 8/6/2025
Dr Franco is one of a kind. Excellent care coupled with interest and compassion are always part of the Franco experience. I wish all Doctors took his approach when caring for their patients. He is a remarkable individual and a credit to Mass General
- Reviewed on 8/4/2025
very informative and gentle. felt I was in capable hands. explained procedures thoroughly
- Reviewed on 8/3/2025
Outstanding experience. Dr. Franco is kind and knowledgeable and is totally present as he listens carefully to everything I said
- Reviewed on 8/4/2025
Excellent care and I would strongly recommend to everybody.
- Reviewed on 8/2/2025
Dr. Franco is terrific.
- Reviewed on 8/2/2025
Excellent
- Reviewed on 7/26/2025
I was very impressed with the care and support of my doctor and the staff at this medical visit.
- Reviewed on 7/26/2025
Dr. Franco was friendly and explained everything well. He's a good listener, too.
- Reviewed on 7/26/2025
Dr. Franco was immediately accessible to me and my significant other; listened to us and carefully explained results of his exam. I trusted him implicitly.
- Reviewed on 7/23/2025
Very nice man.
- Reviewed on 7/21/2025
Dr. Franco was excellent. He was well-versed in my reason for being there, and he was well-versed on some of my past tests. And he carefully reviewed the computer recordings that were done before he came in of the esophagus, et cetera, and the vocal cords, was able to replay it with me, and explain his reasoning for his own diagnosis and recommendations. And that was excellent. And he provided me with a wonderful possibility, a wonderful choice in a non-medical substance that's going to help me, I'm sure. And he was extremely professional and very friendly and encouraging. So he gets the best remarks from me.
- Reviewed on 7/13/2025
I am lucky to have DR. Franco for my Doctor for the last 20 yrs.
- Reviewed on 7/9/2025
Dr. Franco approach is to provide the best quality of life for the person, not just treating a condition.